Atwood’s 3-pointer with 1:10 to play in regulation gave the Cardinals (7-5, 1-0 Southland Conference) a 69-68 edge. SE Louisiana’s Pape Diop drew a foul with 14 seconds left and made the first of two free throws, tying the game 69-all and sending it into overtime.

The Cardinals led throughout the extra period.

V.J. Holmes had 11 points and six rebounds for Lamar which earned its sixth consecutive home victory. Avery Sullivan added 10 points and 10 rebounds. Ellis Jefferson had six assists for the home team.

Davion Buster, whose 15 points per game entering the matchup was second on the Cardinals, was held to only 5 points (2 of 12).